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Neurofeedback as a Treatment for Dyslexia
Neurofeedback as a Treatment for Dyslexia Dr Shelley Hyman Neurofeedback training or EEG Neurotherapy targets the symptoms of dyslexia at their foundation, the brain. Often visual, auditory, and/or executive processing deficiencies are present in those with learning disabilities, and neurofeedback directly targets these areas of brain function. Not only can it target the primary symptoms,…
Read MoreThe Effect of Exercise on Cognitive Performance in Children with ADHD
The Effect of Exercise on Cognitive Performance in Children with ADHD Dr Shelley Hyman Research supports that a single session of exercise benefits cognitive performance of children with ADHD. In a recent study, 32 adolescents with and without ADHD were asked to perform cognitive tasks over a period of 2 days, followed by either watching…
Read MoreNeurofeedback: Effective in the Management of Chronic Pain
Neurofeedback: Effective in the Management of Chronic Pain Dr Shelley Hyman Chronic pain refers to pain that lasts longer than six months. Chronic pain can significantly disrupt an individual’s life and, depending on the severity, it has the potential to be completely incapacitating. Management of chronic pain is currently focused on medication, however many of…
Read MoreDevelopmental Dyscalculia and Brain Abnormalities
Developmental Dyscalculia and Brain Abnormalities Dr Shelley Hyman Most diagnostic criteria use the term developmental dyscalculia (DD) to describe moderate to extreme difficulties in fluent numerical calculations that cannot be attributable to sensory difficulties, low IQ or educational deprivation. Numbers do not seem to be meaningful for dyscalculics—at least, not meaningful in the way that…
Read MoreFrom Childhood to Adulthood: Trajectory of ADHD Brain
From Childhood to Adulthood: Trajectory of ADHD Brain Dr Shelley Hyman Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder often distinguished by the individual’s inattentive, hyperactive and impulsive behaviors. With the advances in brain imaging technology, research shows that there are structural and functional brain differences between individuals diagnosed with and without ADHD. Specifically, previous…
Read MoreDifferences in Brain Anatomy in Dyslexia
Differences in Brain Anatomy in Dyslexia Dr Shelley Hyman Developmental dyslexia is a disorder that can be characterized by below average reading ability despite normal intelligence and education levels. Due to the complex and interconnected processes associated with reading, brain imaging studies have examined a variety of potentially abnormal brain areas. A review conducted by…
Read MoreNew Study Finds Long Term Effectiveness of Neurofeedback in the Management of Epilepsy!
New Study Finds Long Term Effectiveness of Neurofeedback in the Management of Epilepsy! Dr Shelley Hyman Pharmacological treatment is the standard intervention for people with epilepsy. However, a significant number of people with epilepsy are drug resistant, meaning that medication is ineffective in the treatment of their epilepsy. In order to explore the possibility…
Read MoreThe Positive Impact of Neurofeedback in the Management and Treatment of Learning Disabilities in Children
The Positive Impact of Neurofeedback in the Management and Treatment of Learning Disabilities in Children Dr Shelley Hyman Research has strongly shown that neurofeedback is helpful in the management of ADHD and symptoms of inattention. Contemporary researchers have been interested in the effectiveness of neurofeedback as a treatment for children with learning disabilities. In 2008 Fernandez…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Neurofeedback for People with Traumatic Brain Injuries
The Benefits of Neurofeedback for People with Traumatic Brain Injuries Dr Shelley Hyman A significant proportion of the population have acquired some sort of disability or impairment resulting from a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Researchers have been interested in investigating the effectiveness of neurofeedback in the management and treatment of symptoms commonly associated with TBI’s.…
Read MoreNeurofeedback: An Effective Treatment for Uncontrolled Epilepsy
Neurofeedback: An Effective Treatment for Uncontrolled Epilepsy Dr Shelley Hyman Up to one third of individuals with epilepsy do not benefit from pharmacological treatment. Neurofeedback (NF) provides an effective alternative which may deliver relief from symptoms associated with epilepsy, particularly seizures. NF utilises operant conditioning to regulate the sensorimotor rhythms (SMR) of the brain in…
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